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The Declaration of Independence and Liberty, Then and Now
May 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm CDT
(Enter the door by the school’s flag poles. Parking lot is adjacent.)
Join us for a 90-minute Braver Angels dialogue exploring one of the most important—and contested—ideas in American life: liberty. Using the words of the Declaration of Independence as our starting point, we’ll reflect together on what liberty meant at the founding, how it has been interpreted over time, and how it shows up in our lives today.
This is not a debate or a history lecture, but a structured, respectful conversation where you’ll hear how others think about freedom, share your own perspective, and explore the tensions that come with living in a free society. Whether you’re new to Braver Angels or a longtime participant, this is a chance to practice thoughtful, courageous citizenship across differences.
What You Can Expect to Gain:
- A deeper understanding of liberty as a foundational—and contested—American ideal
- Insight into how others interpret liberty based on different experiences and values
- Greater confidence engaging civic ideas across disagreement